The system of government and any changes that were made, laws and proclamations and the religious climate during his reign and any changes he made. - This is for the periods under Somerset and Northumberland

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Changes in Government : 1547 ­ 49 (Somerset)· When Somerset became Lord Protector he inherited a government where the power of the monarch was based in parliament.· Both Houses had to approve proposals for taxation and confirm any new law before they became permanent.· However, the Monarch could call parliament to meet as often, or as infrequently as he chose.· When Parliament wasn't in session, the monarch could make new laws through proclamations or could suspend existing laws but these decisions had to be confirmed when parliament met again.· Royal prerogative ­ issues which the monarch had complete control = making of war and peace.· Religion had always been seen to be under royal prerogative ­ UNTILL Henry used parliament to carry through the Reformation = meaning that it was more disputed.…read more

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Changes in Government : 1547 ­ 49 (Somerset)· Privy Council ­· They carried out the day-to-day administration ­ the member were chosen by the monarch (from nobles, high clergy and more important gentry).· They were chosen because of their loyalty, administrative/military skills and could be dismissed at any time.· They were also responsible for the running of local government.…read more

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Changes in Government : 1547 ­ 49 (Somerset)· Local government ­· These were run by nobles and high clergy in each county.· They were expected to maintain order, administer justice, collect taxes, raise troops and carry out instructions from the Privy Council.· They were supported by the local gentry ­ they acted as Justices of the peace and commissioners for collecting taxes and assisting the Lord Lieutenants in mustering the county militia.· Major problem with this = if the leading families didn't support the government not didn't like legislation ­ they wouldn't carry out the instructions from London = meaning the government had to be careful to maintain the confidence and support of the majority of the landed elites.…read more